Strategic Customer Success Manager

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Strategic Customer Success Manager to join our Robinson Managed Solutions (RMS) team.  In this role you will be responsible for growth and retention of strategic global accounts. You will ensure our customers are deriving maximum value and utilization from our technology and services via relationship-focused client management. As the primary point of accountability, you will develop strategic relationships, provide value creation, solution expansion, and ensure overall customer satisfaction. Cultivating trust, creating alignment of executive level customer contacts, and customer advocacy are crucial. Additionally, you will drive results through strategic business reviews and strategic account plans and own the customer value proposition. This includes gathering and translating the Voice of Customer, contract negotiations, identifying opportunities, developing the customer improvement roadmap, budgeting, and continuous improvement through standardized project management methodologies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of this position consists of, but are not limited to, the following:

Grow Profitably:

• Manage top and bottom lines of the account (~$7M+ in Net Revenue annually)
• Global account P&L / Financial management, including expense management
• Maintain monthly revenue projections and accurate resource allocation
• Leverage customer specific data, requirements, and expectations to create viable supply chain solutions

Global Capabilities:

• Champion the enterprise technical and operational capabilities to customer goals and requirements
• Manage customer expectations and requirements and plan desired outcomes aligned with strategy
• Develop collaborative strategic plan reflecting both the customer and C.H. Robinson’s visions
• Advocate and utilize the enterprise project-based delivery model

Customer Relationships:

• Align internal and external business functions across all global regions to support long term strategic plan
• Develop initiatives and manage projects to support customer value proposition
• Develop trusting strategic relationships with executive level customer contacts and align 3x3 leadership
• Drives the holistic plan to ensure operational excellence and serve as an escalation point
• Align with customer on business management processes and planning cycles
• Understand industry and market trends and apply to customer strategy and business reviews
• Stay informed of changes within customer business through regular customer communication

Talent:

• Global oversight of all teams that work with dedicated customers, this includes regional Customer Service Managers.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to the Service Delivery teams
• Promote a collaborative culture within the team
• Foster a mindset of growth and continuous improvement

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university
• Minimum 6 years of related industry experience
• Ability to travel up to 25% (domestically and internationally)

Preferred:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite of programs
• Knowledge of Supply Chain and/or Logistics industry
• Presentation experience with internal and external key decision makers
• Demonstrated experience in consultative and strategic sales
• Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrates skill of managing internal and external customer expectations
• Proven ability to build, lead, and foster a team-oriented environment
• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment

We will review applications for this role on an ongoing basis and encourage all interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience.

Compensation Range

The base pay range displayed on the job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for this specific location.  Your individual base pay within this range is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base pay only and do not include additional variable compensation.

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that some individuals may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we’re building an inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!

Equal Opportunity

C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace and performance culture that reflects the strengths of our worldwide marketplace. We value unique experiences and diverse backgrounds of our people within our company, our business relationships, and our communities. We’re committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

EOE\Disabled\Veteran 

Benefits

Your Health, Wealth and Self

Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top-tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

• Three medical plans which include

• • Prescription drug coverage

  • Enhanced Fertility benefits

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)

• Dental and Vision

• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Paid observed holidays

• 2 paid floating holidays for U.S. hourly employees

• Flexible Time Off (FTO) offered to U.S. salaried employees — no accruals and no caps. Paid Time Off (PTO) offered to all other employees in the U.S. and Canada

• Paid parental leave

• Paid time off to volunteer in your community

• Charitable Giving Match Program

• 401(k) with 6% company matching

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities

Learn more about our benefit offerings on our BENEFITS & WELLBEING page